Informative Articles
Articles are often listed as part of a larger "Guide." This page allows you to explore individual articles by topic.
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Before You Rent: Austin Tenants Council Tips for Renters
Before looking for a place to live, you must decide if you will live alone or with roommates, how much rent you can afford, and the general areas o... -
Moving Out: Austin Tenants Council Tips for Renters
What to do before you move out -
The Myths of Renting in Texas
This article examines common myths about repairs, leasing, and evictions in Texas. -
Residential Landlord's Liens
This article explains what a residential landlord's lien is. -
Utility Rights in Texas
Your electric utility rights in Texas. -
Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits
This article tells you about Social Security Disability Benefits. -
Discrimination at Work
This article discusses different types of discrimination that may occur in your workplace. -
How FEMA Can Help You Recover from a Disaster
This article contains answers to common questions about how FEMA may be able to help you recover from a disaster. -
How to Seek FEMA Help After a Disaster
Here are things you need to know to apply for FEMA aid. -
Food Benefits After Disaster
This article shows how to get access to food benefits after a disaster. -
Applying for Disaster Assistance
Helpful information about applying for disaster assistance -
Disaster Relief: Emergency Housing and Other Needs Assistance
This article contains information on ways you can get help with emergency housing and other needs as you recover from a disaster. -
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
This article explains your rights to unemployment assistance after a natural disaster. -
Manufactured Housing and Disasters
Legal issues may arise with manufactured housing after a disaster. -
Pension Lump-Sum Payouts and Your Retirement Security
This article provides information about 401(k)s and pension payment plans, etc. -
Hiring a Bankruptcy Lawyer
This article discusses filing for bankruptcy with or without a lawyer. -
FEMA Inspections
This article explains how to prepare for FEMA inspections. -
Renters' Rights After a Disaster
This article explains renters' rights after a disaster. -
Discharge Rights of Patients in Inpatient Mental Health Facilities
This article explains rights regarding discharge and discharge planning for patients in inpatient mental health facilities. -
Birth Control and Your Rights in Texas
This article explains how to access birth control in Texas. -
Disabled Veterans and Child Support Obligations
VA Disability and obligation to pay child support. -
Flood Claims - Disaster Relief
This article explains flood insurance, including what it does and does not cover. -
Disaster Recovery for Small Business
This article explains the help available for small businesses after a disaster. -
Disability Rights Laws
This article tells you about the American with Disabilities Act and other disability anti-discrimination laws. -
Casualty Loss Tax Deductions - Disaster Relief
Tax deductions may be available to you after a disaster. -
Mortgage Payments After Disaster
This article explains what can happen if you do not pay your mortgage after a disaster. -
Home Repair Scams - Disaster Relief
Identify and avoid home repair scams. -
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
This article explains specific protections available to active-duty servicemembers in civil legal matters. -
Child Support and Taxes
This article answers basic questions about child support and taxes. -
Pregnancy and Healthcare
This article explains employment protections for pregnant employees, health insurance during pregnancy, and options for parental leave.